What is the Spanish word for "face"?

Learn how to say "face" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

face

Spanish

cara

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Alternative translations of "face"

rostro
faz
superficie
expresión

Examples of how to use "face" in Spanish

English
I saw a familiar face in the crowd.
Spanish
Vi una cara familiar entre la multitud.
English
Her face lit up with joy.
Spanish
Su rostro se iluminó de alegría.
English
He washed his face before bed.
Spanish
Se lavó la cara antes de acostarse.
English
The mask hid his face completely.
Spanish
La máscara ocultó su rostro por completo.
English
She drew a happy face.
Spanish
Dibujó una cara feliz.

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